Under California Government Code section 8201.1, why are all notary public applicants required to submit fingerprints as part of the application process?

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Purpose of the fingerprinting/background check requirement. Government Code section 8201.1 states that all notary applicants must be fingerprinted to assist the Secretary of State in determining the identity of the applicant and whether the applicant has been convicted of a disqualifying crime, prior to being granted a commission. Information about fingerprinting requirements is mailed to applicants who pass the examination.